The forecast promised 9-16″ of snow with strong winds. Pretty serious, even for here. Then it was 12-16″. Then it was 12-20″. Our winter storm warning was joined by a blizzard watch, then both removed in lieu of a … Continue reading →

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Despite having rid the master bathroom of its green walls during the first big move-in push, the blueish-green stain on the cabinetry in the master bath had been driving me crazy since we moved in. As I would lie in bed and … Continue reading →

We had our first real snow this weekend! It was just 2 or 3 inches, but enough to reasonably cover things. We took the dog for a romp though the woods to check out the gorgeous scene. Chickens in snow: … Continue reading →

We have always cut down our own Christmas tree, either at Hann’s tree farm or, more recently, cat CaPaul’s. Both have always been fun, and we’ve ended up with a variety of nice trees over the years. After noticing that … Continue reading →

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When we first looked at this property there was tall corn in the field behind what is now our lot. We knew that there was a pond on the other side of the corn field but had not seen it. … Continue reading →